Job Posting: Research Assistant, McGill University

Research Assistant in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at McGill University, QC, Canada

Position Summary:

  • Analyze microbial biomarkers in permafrost soils
  • Extraction and purification of organic biomarkers using standard organic geochemical techniques
  • Quantify and identify biomarkers using gas-chromatography mass-spectrometry
  • Process and interpret mass spectrometry data


Qualifications:

  • Background in organic geochemistry
  • Background in using mass spectrometry
  • Previous experience with extraction and purification of biomarkers
  • Previous experience with extraction and purification of organic biomarkers using standard organic geochemical techniques
  • Masters degree

Hourly Salary: $28.44

Hours per Week: 20 (Part time)

Location: Adams Building

Supervisor: Assistant Professor

Position Start Date: 29 May 2023

Position End Date: 31 August 2023

Deadline to Apply: 5 June 2023